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Although chicken has long been considered a healthy alternative to red meat, new research is looking into the correlation between chicken consumption and cancer risks.

The world is saying goodbye to Pope Francis, five days after the pontiff died at 88 years old following a stroke. The funeral for Francis took place Saturday morning, with many world leaders and some 200,000 people attending. Following the funeral service, Francis’ body will be entombed at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major. After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope.

Today marked the 28th annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Agencies across the country participated, including those locally in Central Florida. The event allows communities a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of prescription medications.

A sibling duo wanted for a drug bust recently attempted to use an electric scooter to try and evader law enforcement officers. However, it wasn't long before authorities caught up with the pair and put them in cuffs.

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is still searching for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Osceola County. The incident happened early Friday morning in the Buena Ventura Lakes area. Troopers say they have found the vehicle, but are still searching for its driver.

Xavier Williams, 10, was laid to rest by his family and friends on Saturday morning in Connecticut. The boy was allegedly tortured to death by his own mother and her boyfriend in Lake County, Florida. He died last month after spending a month in the hospital. His mother and her boyfriend are charged with first-degree murder.

Orlando Matters looks at the top economic, business and political news impacting Orlando and Central Florida. On this week's show, FOX 35's Ryan Elijah covers Orange County's plan to keep students in the school district, contrasting views from congressmen on a national immigration debate and the kick off of the Major League Pickleball season. Elijah also sits down for a conversation with the St. Cloud Police Chief to hear about how new technology helped to solve a cold case after three decades.

A new cruise ship is getting ready to make waves at Port Canaveral. The Norwegian Aqua will set sail very soon. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us the latest details on the exciting new amenities, including a slide-coaster, a digital sports complex, a 10-story waterslide, and a multitude of restaurants and bars.

A man wanted for burglary and theft was shot and killed after charging at a Polk County deputy with a knife, according to Sheriff Grady Judd. Deputies were trying to track down 37-year-old John Snyder for burglary and theft when they located him just before midnight on Friday. Judd says that this incident marks three Fridays in a row where his deputies were forced to shoot at a suspect.

A funeral for Pope Francis was held Saturday morning in Vatican City. His final resting place was at Santa Maria Maggiore, also known as Saint Mary Major. The pope is breaking with tradition and is the first pope in more than a century to not be buried beneath St Peter’s Basilica. More than 250,000 people attended the hours-long ceremony. The pope died on Monday, April 21, 2025. The former leader of the Catholic Church died of a stroke and cardiac arrest, according to the Vatican. His final public appearance was on Easter Sunday, when he provided blessings to crowds of faithful.

Hundreds of thousands of people gathered Saturday for the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square. World leaders and Catholic faithful bade farewell in a funeral Saturday reflecting Francis’ priorities as pope and wishes as pastor. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re delivered the eulogy Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. Francis was remembered as a "pope among the people, with an open heart towards everyone."

Pope Francis has arrived at Santa Maria Maggiore, also known as Saint Mary Major, which will be his final resting place. The pope is breaking with tradition and is the first pope in more than a century to not be buried beneath St Peter’s Basilica. The pope died on Monday, April 21, 2025. The former leader of the Catholic Church died of a stroke and cardiac arrest, according to the Vatican. His final public appearance was on Easter Sunday, when he provided blessings to crowds of faithful.

A funeral for Pope Francis was held Saturday morning in Vatican City. His final resting place was at Santa Maria Maggiore, also known as Saint Mary Major. The pope is breaking with tradition and is the first pope in more than a century to not be buried beneath St Peter’s Basilica. More than 250,000 people attended the hours-long ceremony. The pope died on Monday, April 21, 2025. The former leader of the Catholic Church died of a stroke and cardiac arrest, according to the Vatican. His final public appearance was on Easter Sunday, when he provided blessings to crowds of faithful.